2CA07813 Warehouse windows and Metal Siding Removal **SMALL BUSINESSES ONLY**

This contract, identified as 2CA07813, is a small business set-aside opportunity issued by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for the removal and replacement of warehouse windows and metal siding at the Valley View Fire Center in Elk Creek, California. The work encompasses full demolition of damaged materials including rotted wood framing, installation of new Taylor Metal Products 26-gauge Light Stone metal siding, replacement of windows and trim to meet California Building Code standards, application of Tyvek or equivalent house wrap, and complete off-site disposal of debris. All work must adhere to CAL OSHA regulations, prevailing wage requirements, and industry-standard practices, with daily site cleanup and performance restricted to normal business hours Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays. The contract is estimated to run from June 11, 2026, through June 10, 2027, contingent on approval by the Department of General Services, and includes a potential one-year extension at the same terms. Only small businesses are eligible to compete, and offerors must maintain valid California Small Business Enterprise or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise certification throughout performance, with proof required upon bid submission. Contractors must submit complete certifications under California Public Contract Code Sections 10476/10477, choosing one of three mutually exclusive statements regarding business activities, and must also provide a Bidder Declaration Form if subcontractors are used. Compliance with the California Civil Rights Laws, Non-Collusion Declaration, Payee Data Record (STD 204), and DIR registration is mandatory. Invoices must be submitted electronically or by mail and must include the agreement number, period of performance, detailed service description, quantity, unit rate, total amount, and DVBE status. No pricing information, CLINs, or contract value has been finalized—Section B and the Rate Sheet contain only placeholders, indicating the contract is currently under solicitation with estimated costs to be determined based on bidder proposals. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on May 20, 2026, and must be submitted via email to Lorena Ambriz at lorena.ambriz@fire.ca.gov. The contractor must hold a valid CSLB license, carry Workers’ Compensation and Commercial Auto insurance, and provide a Payment Bond for contracts exceeding $25,000. All materials must be stored on wooden platforms or hard surfaces, protected from damage, and available for inspection at all